You and Idol Precure♪ is the 22nd installment in the franchise Precure which will premiere on February 2, 2025 on Asahi TV. The anime is produced by Toei Animation and presents a new concept that combines idol elements with the typical magical girl transformation. Precure.
With a theme that focuses on music and performance, this series offers a different experience from the entry Precure Before.
Synopsis
In Hanamichi Town, a junior high school student named Uta Sakura was walking her dog Kyū-chan when she discovered a giant peach-shaped object floating in the river. From within it emerges Purirun, the fairy of the Approximate Land who came looking for Idol Precure legendary.
At the same time, the Chokkiri Gang, a group led by Darkiine, attacked Hanamichi Town and stole the "sparkle" from the residents. Uta, who didn't want to see her town lose its light and spirit, exclaimed, "I want to shine! With my song!", and transformed into Cure Idol.
Main Characters and Voice Actors
- Cure Idol / Uta Sakura - Misato Matsuoka
- Cure Wink / Nana Aokaze - Minami Takahashi
- Cure Kyun-Kyun / Kororo Shigure - Natsumi Takamori
Staff
- Series Director: Chiaki Kon (Eiga HappinessCharge PreCure!, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal)
- Series scripts: Yoichi Kato (Wonderful Precure! The Movie!, Aikatsu!)
- Character Designer: Miho Sugimoto
- Art Designer: Rie Iida
- Art Director: Tong Nian Chen
- Color Key Artist: Kumiko Yanagisawa
- Music Composers: Erika Fukasawa (Wonderful Precure!, Soaring Sky! Pretty Cure) & Misaki Umase (Kaina of the Great Snow Sea, To Be Hero X)
Theme Song
Music is an important element in You and Idol Precure♪It features a combination of experienced singers and main seiyuu singing their characters' songs.
- Opening theme: Kimi to Idol Precure♪ Light Up! - Chihaya Yoshitake, Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada
- Ending theme: Trio Dreams - Sung by Cure Idol, Cure Wink, and Cure Kyun-Kyun
The opening song was performed by Chihaya Yoshitake, Ami Ishii, and Akane Kumadawith Yoshitake and Ishii having previously been involved in the project. Precure, while Kumada made his debut in this franchise. Closing song, Trio Dreams, sung live by Misato Matsuoka, Minami Takahashi, and Natsumi Takamori, who also voices the main character.
With a combination of experienced singers and main seiyuu performing their characters' songs, the music in this series is an important part of its appeal. The voices of the characters are integrated into the songs, reinforcing the idol feel that is a major theme You and Idol Precure♪.
You and Idol Precure Premiere and Release Schedule ♪
This anime will premiere on February 2, 2025 on Asahi TV.
Before that, a special event titled "The First Reveal Debut Live" will be held in three major cities:
- February 1 - Yokohama Landmark Tower, Kanagawa
- February 16 - Aeon Mall Nagoya Chaya, Aichi
- March 15 - Grand Front Osaka, Osaka
This event is an important moment for fans, as it will feature live performances from performers involved in the anime. The celebration also aims to provide a hands-on experience, in line with the slogan "I want to meet 1 million people!", which reflects Uta Sakura's spirit as a Precure idol.
Precure in 2025: Two Series in One Year
2025 is a special year for the franchise Precure because there were two series that aired in the same year:
- Mahō Tsukai Precure!!: MIRAI DAYS, the 23rd installment in the franchise Precure, will air on January 11, 2025.
- You and Idol Precure♪, the 22nd installment in the franchise Precure, will air on February 2, 2025.
Although Mahō Tsukai Precure!!: MIRAI DAYS airs first, You and Idol Precure♪ still counts as the 22nd installment as it was announced in advance as the 22nd entry in the franchise.
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You and Idol Precure♪ offers something different by blending the idol world into the formula Precure. With story, music, friendship, and transformation, this anime is ready to be an interesting watch for fans of Precure as well as those who love idol-themed anime.
Source: You and Idol Precure anime website, Anime News Network
